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		<title>Baccarat Poker</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 17 Nov 2006 05:29:20 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Gail Dotson Bankson</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Baccarat is a poker game that is confusing for new players, since in the game the is based on different ranking. For example, the Aces in most poker games is the highest-ranking card, however the Aces in Baccarat only counts as one. Likewise, the face cards and the tens in Baccarat count as zero. In [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Baccarat is a poker game that is confusing for new players, since in the game the is based on different ranking. For example, the Aces in most poker games is the highest-ranking card, however the Aces in Baccarat only counts as one. Likewise, the face cards and the tens in Baccarat count as zero. In Baccarat, the two&#8217;s and nine&#8217;s are the highest-ranking cards in the game.</p>
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To give you an idea of how the hands play, I will setup an example. If Player A has a Ten, a Three, and a Six then the cards add up to nine and the player wins the hand, unless the dealer also has a nine hand, then the game ends at a Tie. If Player B has a Jack, a eight, and a deuce, then this player loses since the cards add up to ten.</p>
<p>Baccarat has a symbolic character that represents a dealer and this guy will mechanically draw cards for the players around the table. The dealer during the game will deal a Banker hand. Once the game starts, you will notice a pile of chips with numerals. The numerals represent the amount you betted at the beginning of the game.  If you are curious you can look a the lower part of your screen in the lobby near your username to see the value of the chips. You can use your mouse pad to the change the bet if you like. You can use your mouse pad also to drag the cursor to the chip. The left button the mouse pad will increase your bet, while the right pad will decrease the amount of the bet. Some interested parties state that betting on a Tie hand is not the best strategy in playing Baccarat.</p>
<p>Baccarat&#8217;s intent is for the players to reach a nine hand to win the game. If the player comes close to a nine hand, and the other players are lacking then this player can win the Baccarat round. Most Baccarat tables have up to five players and a dealer, making it easier for each player to have a chance at winning.</p>
<p>Once the game Baccarat starts, the dealer will give each player a two hand of cards. The two hands stand for Tie and the Banker and Player hands also represent the two hands. During the game, if one of the players get a natural hand then the player must draw another card, otherwise he must stand from the game. Finally, if two players TIE during the round on a natural hand then the players are paid out 8 to 1 in wins.</p>
<p>In most games in the casino, the table generally takes 5% commission per winning. Once the player wins and he chooses to quite the game, then the winnings is added to his online account.</p>
<p>To get an idea of the difference in poker games, I am going to show you a hand played in Five Card Stud verses a hand in Baccarat.</p>
<p>Five Card Stud Hand  Three Aces, 2 Jacks equal a Full house</p>
<p>Baccarat Hand  3 Aces and 1 Jack  equals a loosing hand in Baccarat.</p>
<p>Five Card Stud Hand  Ace, two, three, four, Ace  equals a pair</p>
<p>Baccarat Hand  Ace, two, three  equals another hit. This means that if this is your hand you will ask the dealer to hit you again.</p>
<p>If you are interested in playing poker online, you may want to check out Texas Hold&#8217; Em, which is one of the most played games in the casinos today. Other poker games include, Five Card Stud, Seven Card Stud, Millennium Poker, Deuces Wild, and so forth. Some of the games played have Jokers Wild. In this event, the Joker is the highest-ranking card, since the Joker can be used for any value card Ace through King. Many of the hands played in poker, include Straight Royal Flush, Straight Flush, Full House, Four of a Kind, Flush, Three of a Kind, Two Pairs, Pair, with the Straight Royal Flush being the highest-ranking hand. Finally, if you are ready to get started sign onto the Internet and find a casino that appears interesting to you and begin playing games!</p>
<p>Check out this poker site:  http://tinyurl.com/yezjos</p>
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		<title>Teaching Your Puppy Socialization Skills</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 17 Nov 2006 05:17:43 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Gail Dotson Bankson</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[My sister is a new dog owner, and has had 2 recent incidents of her dog becoming unruly and lashing out at strangers. The anxiety this has caused her and her husband could have been avoided. Teaching a puppy or a dog proper socialization skills is vital to the safety of both your dog and [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>My sister is a new dog owner, and has had 2 recent incidents of her dog becoming unruly and lashing out at strangers. The anxiety this has caused her and her husband could have been avoided.</p>
<p>Teaching a puppy or a dog proper socialization skills is vital to the safety of both your dog and other dogs and people with whom he comes into contact.  A properly socialized dog is a happy dog, and a joy to be around for both humans and animals.  A poorly socialized dog, or one with no socialization at all, is a danger to other animals, other people and even his own family.</p>
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Socialization is best done when the puppy is as young as possible  The socialization lessons a young puppy learns are difficult to undo, and it is important to remember that the socialization skills the puppy learns will affect his behavior for the rest of his life.</p>
<p>A dog that is properly socialized will be neither frightened of nor aggressive towards either animals or humans.  A properly socialized dog will take each new experience and stimulus in stride, and not become fearful or aggressive.  Dogs that are not properly socialized often bite because of fear, and such a dog can become a hazard and a liability to the family who owns it.  Improperly socialized dogs are also unable to adapt to new situations.  A routine matter like a trip to the vets or to a friends house can quickly stress the dog out and lead to all sorts of problems.</p>
<p>Socialization is best done when the puppy is very young, perhaps around 12 weeks of age.  Even after 12 weeks, however, it is important that the puppy continues its socialization in order to refine the all important social skills.  It is possible to socialize an older puppy, but it is very difficult to achieve after the all important 12 week period has passed.</p>
<p>There are so definite do&#8217;s and don&#8217;t when it comes to properly socializing any puppy.  Let&#8217;s start with what to do.  Later in this article we will explore what to avoid.</p>
<p>Socialization do&#8217;s</p>
<p>Make each of the socialization events as pleasant and non-threatening for the puppy as possible.  If a puppy&#8217;s first experience with any new experience is an unpleasant one, it will be very difficult to undo that in the puppy&#8217;s mind.  In some cases, an early trauma can morph into a phobia that can last for a lifetime.  It is better to take things slow and avoid having the puppy become frightened or injured.</p>
<p>Try inviting your friends over to meet the new puppy.  It is important to included as many different people as possible in the puppy&#8217;s circle of acquaintances, including men, women, children, adults, as well as people of many diverse ethnic backgrounds and ages.</p>
<p>Also invite friendly and healthy dogs and puppies over to meet your puppy.  It is important for the puppy to meet a wide variety of other animals, including cats, hamsters, rabbits and other animals he is likely to meet.  It is of course important to make sure that all animals the puppy comes into contact with have received all necessary vaccinations.</p>
<p>Take the puppy to many different places, including shopping centers, pet stores, parks, school playgrounds and on walks around the neighborhood.  Try to expose the puppy to places where they will be crowds of people and lots of diverse activity going on.</p>
<p>Take the puppy for frequent short rides in the car.  During these rides, be sure to stop the car once in a while and let the puppy look out the window at the world outside.</p>
<p>Introduce your puppy to a variety of items that may be unfamiliar.  The puppy should be exposed to common items like bags, boxes, vacuum cleaners, umbrellas, hats, etc. that may be frightening to him.  Allow and encourage the puppy to explore these items and see that he has nothing to fear from them.</p>
<p>Get the puppy used to a variety of objects by rearranging familiar ones.  Simply placing a chair upside down, or placing a table on its side, creates an object that your puppy will perceive as totally new.</p>
<p>Get the puppy used to common procedures like being brushed, bathed, having the nails clipped, teeth cleaned, ears cleaned, etc.  Your groomer and your veterinarian with thank you for this.</p>
<p>Introduce the puppy to common things around the house, such as stairs.  Also introduce the puppy to the collar and leash, so he will be comfortable with these items.</p>
<p>There are of course some things to avoid when socializing a puppy. These socialization don&#8217;ts include:</p>
<p>Do not place the puppy on the ground when strange animals are present.  An attack, or even a surprise inspection, by an unknown animal could traumatize the puppy and hurt his socialization.</p>
<p>Do not inadvertently reward fear based behavior.  When the puppy shows fear, it is normal to try to sooth it, but this could reinforce the fear based behavior and make it worse.  Since biting is often a fear based behavior, reinforcing fear can create problems with biting.</p>
<p>Do not force or rush the socialization process.  It is important to allow the puppy to socialize at his own pace.</p>
<p>Do not try to do too much too soon.  Young puppies have short attention spans, and continuing lessons after that attention span has passed will be a waste of your time and your puppy&#8217;s.</p>
<p>Do not wait too long to begin.  There is a short window in which to begin the socialization process.  A young puppy is a blank slate, and it is important to fill that slate with positive socialization skills as early as possible. www.dogtraining.keep-you-informed.com</p>
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		<title>Emotional Eating and Obesity</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 17 Nov 2006 05:01:26 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Gail Dotson Bankson</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[In recent years, greater attention has been focused on the problem of emotional eating for both women and men. In fact, some experts have gone so far as to claim that most weight gain can be blamed on emotional eating. According to Women Today magazine, it has been estimated that as much as 75 percent [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In recent years, greater attention has been focused on the problem of emotional eating for both women and men.  In fact, some experts have gone so far as to claim that most weight gain can be blamed on emotional eating.  According to Women Today magazine, it has been estimated that as much as 75 percent of overeating is attributed to the emotions.</p>
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For a number of people, overeating stems from anxiety.  For instance, if you find yourself consuming an entire bag of potato chips, it&#8217;s possible that anxiety is the cause.  While many people realize that alcohol and illegal drugs are not an antidote to anxiety, they may not understand that indulging in comfort food in order to combat anxiety can be dangerous as well.</p>
<p>In other cases, overeating may be the result of depression.  If you feel tired, hopeless, and have lost interest in your normal activities, you may be suffering from a depressive episode.  In order to deal with these uncomfortable feelings, people may turn to food in an effort to cheer up.  The problem is that the food can lead to weight gain, which can lead to further depression.</p>
<p>At times, overeating may be a symptom of boredom.  An individual may figure that he or she has nothing better to do than overeat.  This can be particularly true when one is watching television or surfing the Internet.  Rather than trying to determine a cause for the boredom, an individual may just try to fix it by indulging in high-fat, high-calorie food.</p>
<p>How do you know if you are an emotional eater?  Ask yourself some key questions:  Do I tend to eat when I&#8217;m worried?  Scared?  Sad?  Do I find that eating lifts my spirits?  Am I spending more time eating than engaging in other activities I enjoy?  Do my binges come after I&#8217;ve suffered disappointment?  Am I turning to food in order to deal with the death of a loved onea divorceor the defeat of my favorite team?  If the answers to any of these questions is yes, you may be overeating purely for emotional reasons.</p>
<p>After you&#8217;ve identified yourself as an emotional eater, you&#8217;ll need to take steps to correct your behavior.  Perhaps the most effective technique is diversion.  In other words, if you find yourself reaching for the cookie jar, find another activity to engage in.  The answer could be taking a walk, kickboxing, or dancing.  Or it could be something less physically demanding, such as needlepoint or crochet.  The idea is to get your handsand perhaps the rest of your bodymoving.  In time, you might find the urge to overeat subsides as you become involved with other activities.</p>
<p>Another effective step you can take is to identify the triggers for your emotional eating.  Do you tend to binge in mid-morning, mid-afternoon, or right before bedtime?  Are you snacking while watching television, while at the computer, or when you&#8217;re sitting in your favorite chair?  By asking yourself these questions, you can identify the time of day when you overeat, as well as the location for your binging.  With this information, you can learn to re-direct your behavior to less fattening pursuits.</p>
<p>Yet another helpful technique is to develop a support network to help you combat overeating.  The members of your support team could include your spouse, children, parents, friends, or other over-eaters.  You may even consider joining a support group which specializes in helping those who engage in binge eating.  If you feel the need to overeat, contact a member of your support team.  Talking through your emotions could provide you with the emotional release you need, making overeating unnecessary.</p>
<p>If your anxiety or depression persists, consider seeing a psychotherapist.  He or she can help you develop more effective coping mechanisms.  If you find it difficult to talk to friends or family about your overeating, a psychotherapist can provide you with the talk therapy you need to overcome your problem.</p>
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		<title>Beat that Slot Machine</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 13 Nov 2006 02:37:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Gail Dotson Bankson</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Slot machines are very popular in the casinos. Everybody seems to be drawn by the look and the feel of playing it by spinning the wheel. The thrill of playing a slot machine keeps anyone coming back either they win or not. Here are a few reminders to make your game worthwhile and at the [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Slot machines are very popular in the casinos. Everybody seems to be drawn by the look and the feel of playing it by spinning the wheel. The thrill of playing a slot machine keeps anyone coming back either they win or not. Here are a few reminders to make your game worthwhile and at the same time increase your chances on hitting the jackpot!</p>
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Make sure that you know what machine you are playing. This may sound stupid but there are a lot of players that have missed knowing that they were not able to play the exact amount of coins for the most favorable payment there is.</p>
<p>Be sure to go for the highest reimbursement there is. This is a gamble. There are chances that the fates are on your side. Go ahead, play and win!</p>
<p>Always play the maximum coins. Normally, jackpots are paid on the maximum coins played. This way, not only do you get the chance of hitting the jackpot but also you get a high payback.</p>
<p>Remember to see the payback percentage whether in a casino or online. Some are even offering as high as 90% or more.</p>
<p>Keep in mind how much you are willing to gamble. It is always wise to plan how much you are going to spend. With the thrill of playing and hopes of hitting the jackpot, your money could be gone in seconds.</p>
<p>There are machines that require inexpensive games. These are the single pay line machines. This way, you could still play and have the chance on hitting the jackpot but doesn&#8217;t risk of losing all your money.</p>
<p>Try playing on two or three-coin slot machines. This way you could maximize the playing time of your money.</p>
<p>If you have a small budget for playing the slots, avoid playing the progressive slots online. Their payouts are much lower than the regular slot machine does. Plus, they could max out your budget in a few playing minutes.</p>
<p>You hit on jackpot at the first spin. It is likely for you to hope on playing for another round. But as it is, this is a game of chance. You are not sure if you would be hitting on the jackpot the second time or the third, etc. If you win, take the money and quit, don&#8217;t fall into giving back the money to the machine.</p>
<p>The rules on beating the slot machine simply works the same way as spinning a regular wheel that has to stop and produce a matching pattern of numbers or pictures in some case. So go ahead, have fun, spin the wheel and hit the jackpot!</p>
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		<title>How to Make Your Dog Obey You</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 13 Nov 2006 02:16:30 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Gail Dotson Bankson</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Most people contend that dogs are created to obey their masters. That is why they are considered a man&#8217;s best friend. However, obedience is not an innate quality in dogs. That is why it is important to teach them how to obey commands in order for them to know in what manner they should behave. [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Most people contend that dogs are created to obey their masters. That is why they are considered a man&#8217;s best friend. However, obedience is not an innate quality in dogs. That is why it is important to teach them how to obey commands in order for them to know in what manner they should behave.</p>
<p>In reality, obedience training is created to impose control over dogs. These canine friends should know who the master is and who the follower is.</p>
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However, the concept of training dogs how to obey may vary on styles, equipment being used, or on the principles being implemented. Nevertheless, all of these things are focused on making dogs obey their masters.</p>
<p>The question is: How do trainers or these concepts make the dogs obey their masters? What is the reason that lies beneath the idea considering the fact that dogs are not humans who can logically understand why they have to obey?</p>
<p>What people don&#8217;t know is that there are only two keys in order to make their dogs obey them: consistency and compassion.</p>
<p>Consistency is extremely important in every training program. This is because as mentioned earlier, dogs are not logical thinkers. This means that they don&#8217;t know and they don&#8217;t understand why they have to obey or what does their master want from them. That is why it is important to let them know the things they should do and the things they shouldn&#8217;t do.</p>
<p>In this way, people should be consistent on distinguishing the things that should be done and those that are not appreciated.</p>
<p>On the other hand, compassion is needed in teaching dogs to obey because they are not like humans who will immediately understand what is wrong or right. This means that people should be a little more patient when teaching dogs to obey in order for them to gain the dog&#8217;s trust.</p>
<p>There are instances wherein trainers get impatient after repeating one command several times. In the end, they tend to hurt the dog. In turn, the dog gets hurt and may no longer trust his trainer.</p>
<p>The bottom line is that, dogs are not humans and they don&#8217;t behave like humans. That is why training them to obey needs more time, more patience, and more understanding from people who know better.</p>
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		<title>Tips for Your Cat and Dog to Coexist</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 09 Nov 2006 01:01:11 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Gail Dotson Bankson</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The phrase fighting like cats and dogs didn&#8217;t come up as someone&#8217;s idea of a joke just for cartoons (Tom and Jerry comes into mind). Dogs are often territorial and will fight not just new cats but other new dogs as well. They tend to mark their territory and will fight anyone who invades their [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The phrase fighting like cats and dogs didn&#8217;t come up as someone&#8217;s idea of a joke just for cartoons (Tom and Jerry comes into mind). Dogs are often territorial and will fight not just new cats but other new dogs as well. They tend to mark their territory and will fight anyone who invades their space. Cats have the same tendencies and even if they are smaller than to dogs, they will scratch and fight for their territory.</p>
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Most pet lovers who have both a cat and dog have a hard time making their pets coexist with each other. The usual response to this is separating the two pets and making sure they won&#8217;t meet. This is not really a practical solution to this problem as both pets tend to wander around the house and there will come a time when they will meet. This will also cause a lot of wasted time if you have to allot twice the time for playing with your pets. Another response would be to cage both pets but this method is frowned upon by most pet lovers. The best thing to do is to train both cat and dog to coexist peacefully. In this article is a series of steps to finding harmony between cats and dogs.</p>
<p>Perhaps the hardest thing for pet lovers to do is the introduction. Introducing a new pet requires both time and patience as both cats and dogs requires time to adjust to something new. Both cats and dogs take up to 30 days to adjust. It is even longer if you have older pet, but with proper retraining you can teach your old dogs and cat&#8217;s new tricks.</p>
<p>The first step is obedience. This is necessary especially for the dog which is usually the aggressor in this kind of situation. You have to train your dog to obey when you say no. This can be done by showing him some treat and every time he looks at it you say no you stop him from eating it. Do this every day and reward him every time he obeys.</p>
<p>While doing this with your dog, make sure the cat and dog  are isolated from each other, allowing your cat to wander around the house. Cats love to roam and this will make her scent scattered in your home. After doing this, lock your cat in one room and let your dog wander around the house sniffing for the cat&#8217;s scent. This will make your dog acquainted to your cats smell and train the dog that the cat is part of the household.</p>
<p>Once you&#8217;ve done this for about a week, it&#8217;s time for them to see each other physically. This part requires that you have someone to help you. Have someone who can hold your cat safely and that knows how to react quickly and get your cat to safety if the dog is showing aggressiveness. Your part is to be able to restrain your dog and making sure that if he starts lunging for your cat, you&#8217;ll be there to stop him.</p>
<p>Dogs usually start barking whenever they see some other animals in their territory, hoping to scare them away. They won&#8217;t really lunge at something immediately. Once he starts barking, this is where the obedience part starts to come in. Say no and make him realize that the cat is also a pet.</p>
<p>If your dog starts to calm down when in the presence of the cat, then it&#8217;s the time to let him sniff the cat. Once your dog starts to decide not to bark at your cat you know that you&#8217;ve done the introduction part successfully.</p>
<p>The final step is making sure that both pets have the time to coexist. This part is usually the cat&#8217;s fault. Cats have the tendency to be aloof and stay away from the dog and other people. It&#8217;s not because they are afraid of the dog but more because it&#8217;s their nature to be alone. Be sure that your dog sees your cat as often as possible. You can allot some time nightly where you can do some activities with both your cat and dog. This will allow them to play with each other and you&#8217;ll have the confidence that they won&#8217;t start fighting when they&#8217;re unsupervised.</p>
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		<title>LAS VEGAS GAMBLING TIPS&#8230;.WALK OUT A WINNER!</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 09 Nov 2006 00:55:14 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Gail Dotson Bankson</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Las Vegas, famous for tourism, entertainment and gaming, is &#8220;THE&#8221; entertainment capital of the world. In Vegas, playing can be a lot of fun. Playing can be very easy and winning there, can take little effort too. But a question to ask is how to leave Las Vegas with money. This is a deception that [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Las Vegas, famous for tourism, entertainment and gaming, is &#8220;THE&#8221; entertainment capital of the world. In Vegas, playing can be a lot of fun.  Playing can be very easy and winning there, can take little effort too.  But a question to ask is how to leave Las Vegas with money.  This is a deception that gamblers often encounter.</p>
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Here are a few general pointers to go home with your winnings:</p>
<p>*Set a rule for the pit games and as much as possible, stick to it.  It could be that you play no pit games at all, or if you should, set a strict budget.</p>
<p>*Have some rest.  Playing can take place for hours.  If you find yourself losing, stop and have some rest.  Take the time to do other things, like going up to your hotel room to change, watch television, or sleep.  After which you can then go back to the game.  Chances are, the winners have already left and losers are already drunk, so take advantage of the situation!</p>
<p>* Look around and study the players first.  These are unfamiliar faces.  Be attentive as to how they play the game.  Never be hesitant to change tables for better luck, if your game is not going smoothly.</p>
<p>*When playing thru a slot machine, change your bet every time you spin.  Avoid betting the same amount of coins every spin.  This is good at machines that offer free spins.</p>
<p>*At slots, don&#8217;t bet on all paylines.  Bet maximum coins on just a few.</p>
<p>*Say no to alcoholic drinks while at play.  When high in alcohol, one tends to have great guts.  Avoid it; you might be very daring as to place a large bet for not so good cards.</p>
<p>*Manage your money well.  Allot a certain amount that you want to play with for the day.  Play the money through the slot machine only once.   After that, take whatever winnings you have or stop if the allotted money is all used up.  If playing pit games, do the same, play within a budget.</p>
<p>*If you lose, you quit, Simple.  You will know your luck as you play along.  If you tend to be losing, don&#8217;t push it and bet harder hoping you can win and recuperate.</p>
<p>But, as in any game, the best strategy is patience.  Watch a while, stand back and study the statistics.</p>
<p>Gambling above all, whether one be an expert or not, is a game of luck.</p>
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		<title>Loose Weight &#8212;&#8212;- Fast Diet Plan</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 05 Nov 2006 02:32:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Gail Dotson Bankson</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Get ready to lose 10 pounds! By paying attention to the amount of food you eat, eliminating unnecessary sugar and fat from your foods and making sure you include absolutely delicious meals and snacks to keep your taste buds happy. Use this easy-to-follow and super healthy diet plan to lose the first 10, the last [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Get ready to lose 10 pounds!</p>
<p>By paying attention to the amount of food you eat, eliminating unnecessary sugar and fat from your foods and making sure you include absolutely delicious meals and snacks to keep your taste buds happy. Use this easy-to-follow and super healthy diet plan to lose the first 10, the last 10, or any 10 in between! Because it&#8217;s a balanced and flexible program, you can stay on this diet as long as it takes.</p>
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Top Fast Secrets</p>
<p>Keep track of everything you eat and drink. No need to estimate calories  just write down the type of food or beverage and the amount.</p>
<p>Cut your fat intake in half, that means half as much margarine or butter on toast, vegetables and your muffin, half the mayonnaise on your sandwich, and half the oil in the pan when you saute foods. You get the idea!</p>
<p>Limit the sugar treats to three times per week maximum.</p>
<p>Include good sources of protein at meal, chicken, fish, legumes, peanut, cottage cheese, eggs or yogurt.</p>
<p>Eat at least one meatless lunch and dinner each week to reduce fat, increase fiber, and get yourself into the habit of building meals around whole grains, beans and vegetables.</p>
<p>If you&#8217;re not currently using skim milk, go down to the level of fat content in the milk you use. For example, if you currently use two percent, use only one percent. If you insist on whole milk, try two percent.</p>
<p>Eat at least two servings of fresh fruit every day. Choose whatever type of fruit is in season.</p>
<p>Instead of fruit juice for breakfast or snack, drink water. Add a slice of lemon or lime for zest.</p>
<p>Include two servings of vegetables with lunch and dinner, for a total of at least four servings per day.</p>
<p>Choose one to two servings of foods made from whole grains with every meal.</p>
<p>Shut off the TV whenever you eat  that includes meals and snacks. Studies show that we automatically eat larger portions when we snack in front of the tube, and typically those foods are high in fat and sugar, which means excess calories!</p>
<p>Choose calories you can chew  that means only calorie-free beverages (except for milk) Sodas are loaded with empty calories, and fruit juices provide less fiber and vitamins per calorie than the fruit they&#8217;re made from.</p>
<p>Plan ahead for meals and snacks so you know exactly what you plan to eat. Last-minute choice tends to be higher in calories and lower in satisfaction.</p>
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		<title>Obedience Training for Your Dog</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 05 Nov 2006 02:19:36 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Gail Dotson Bankson</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[We&#8217;ve all encountered them at some point. Ill-mannered dogs. We&#8217;ve even seen their owners yelling at them, tugging at their leashes trying to make them behave. What is sad is that you can&#8217;t blame the dog for the owner&#8217;s irresponsibility. This type of behavior could have been avoided with obedience training. Obedience trainng is a [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>We&#8217;ve all encountered them at some point.  Ill-mannered dogs.  We&#8217;ve even seen their owners yelling at them, tugging at their leashes trying to make them behave.  What is sad is that you can&#8217;t blame the dog for the owner&#8217;s irresponsibility.</p>
<p>This type of behavior could have been avoided with obedience training.  Obedience trainng is a platform for the dog and the owner to learn how to effectively communicate with one another.</p>
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Can you conduct obedience training on your own?  This is a question that has long been debated by the experts.  One school of thought is that it would be better if a professional does the training, while others feel the owner can do it if they feel competent.  The truth is that a combination of trainer and owner is probably the most effective.</p>
<p>Find an obedience school in your area.  You will probably be told that they recommend a series of lessons that include both the dog AND the owner.  Sometimes the classes can be arranged where trainer comes to your home.  Some trainers feel that training where the surroundings are familiar is helpful where some prefer their own location.</p>
<p>However, whether the obedience training is done at home, by a professional trainer, or in an obedience school, there are things that must be considered when incorporating this kind of training. Here is a list of the things that should be taken into account.</p>
<p>1. Fun</p>
<p>Obedience training does not necessarily mean that strict rules should be imposed. This is because the dog is not aware of the reasons why he should be trained. Therefore, for him to respond to the commands, the training must be done in such a way that the dog sees the activity as something that is fun.</p>
<p>The dog should be praised when he exhibits proper behavior.  Some trainers also recommend treats and some do not.  That should be discussed with your trainer.</p>
<p>2. Consistency</p>
<p>During the course of obedience training, it is very important to have consistency in the training. For example, if a dog was allowed to sit on the rug the other day and when the dog tried to sit on the rug today, he was scolded. Things like this should not be taken for granted. It is extremely important to teach the dog what he should and should not do and stick to it. Confusion will only make the matters worst.</p>
<p>3. Obedience training instructor/trainer</p>
<p>When people choose to enroll their dogs in an obedience class, it is important to analyze the trainer before the owner leaves his dog. The character and personality of the trainer is extremely important. They should be professional enough to know how to handle the dog&#8217;s behavior and how to train them properly.  Again, you might want to find a trainer that works with both you AND your dog.</p>
<p>4. Referrals</p>
<p>It is best not to try new and unfamiliar obedience training schools. This could be really risky both for you and for your dog. It would be better if dog owners will ask for some referrals from their veterinarians, dog breeders, or other people who can give their honest opinions.</p>
<p>5. Charges</p>
<p>Not all obedience training schools are created equal. They vary depending on the kind of services they offer. It is best to consider their fees and what services they offer at that rate.  This is one area where you don&#8217;t want to scrimp so cheapest isn&#8217;t always the best.  Also, make certain you are dealing with a trainer that will work with both you AND your dog.</p>
<p>6. Methods used in the training</p>
<p>It is highly recommended that dog owners ask about the methods being used in the training.  Make sure the terms are spelled out clearly.  Shop for the best training you can find for the money.  Don&#8217;t make a decision quickly.  If you don&#8217;t feel comfortable with one individual, by all means keep looking.</p>
<p>There are some dogs that just seem to follow directions with little or no effort with never a session of profession training.  Unfortunately, these examples are few and far between.</p>
<p>Invest in obedience training and you can look at a long and healthy relationship with a loving companion.  With obedience training, dogs will surely be on their way to happier and more enjoyable stay with their masters and the people around them.</p>
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		<title>How to Win Poker&#8230;Is there a sure way?</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 05 Nov 2006 02:11:09 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[As poker is very popular today and a favorite game to play among Americans, you may ask, if there really is a sure way to win at poker? The answer is simple. Check out these guidelines, try them at poker time and see for yourself. Before starting to play the game, keep in mind these [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>As poker is very popular today and a favorite game to play among Americans, you may ask, if there really is a sure way to win at poker?</p>
<p>The answer is simple.  Check out these guidelines, try them at poker time and see for yourself.</p>
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Before starting to play the game, keep in mind these simple suggestions:</p>
<p>*Inspect the site.  Make sure that it is authentic.</p>
<p>*Read the terms and conditions of the site.  Check the maximum payouts and the minimum bets.</p>
<p>*Allocate a budget for the day.  That budget will determine how much you are willing to lose or to win in the game. Stick to the limit.</p>
<p>*Do not gamble if you can not afford to lose.</p>
<p>*Practice playing the game.  Familiarize yourself with the game first before you play for real money.</p>
<p>At the table, here are some warnings that you should always remember:</p>
<p>*If you do make a big win, do not be greedy, stop.  Making a big win and gambling it all over again is a big sign of greediness.</p>
<p>*In poker, overall winnings are what count most.  If you are losing, or have already lost your allotted money for the day, don&#8217;t try to win your losses back.  You won&#8217;t.  Stop.  Tomorrow is another day.</p>
<p>*Drinking alcohol is a big no no at poker time.  It can serious affect your judgment.  So stay away from it while on the game.</p>
<p>*Never take side bets.  Usually these are just gimmicks, so that more money will go to the casino.</p>
<p>*Never gamble your hard earned money unless you are very much ready to lose it.</p>
<p>While in the game, here are some important ideas to think about:</p>
<p>*Gaze at your opponent&#8217;s eye.  Survey all their moves.  Observe them, to better know them.  This way, you will fear them less.  This way, you will know when they are bluffing or not.</p>
<p>*Play in silence.  Have that conversation with your self as well as think deep to your opponents actions. Concentrate.</p>
<p>*Base your decisions on what the reality is.  See all movements as they are. Do not fear, instead, be calm and assess their moves accordingly.</p>
<p>*Don&#8217;t take it personally.  At the poker table, it is always unavoidable that your opponent can irritate you.  Never give in to such responses.  Stay within the good game.  Be cool and objective. This is a bluffing game.  But do keep in mind that just because your opponent has bluffed earlier, it does not mean that he does all the time.  Think tight.  Review each move.</p>
<p>*Think about what your opponents have.  Create a situation.  So when deciding, you&#8217;ll have a better chance to be right.</p>
<p>*Know when to stop.  Is the hand that you are raising now the hand you folded a while ago?  This is a sign that you should go home.</p>
<p>*Play to enjoy. Do not play if you are sad, bored or tired.  If you can&#8217;t play having enjoyment as your goal, then don&#8217;t play at all!</p>
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